Urinary incontinence is common during pregnancy and after birth, but something you don’t have to live with forever. In fact, the National Association for Continence reports 30 – 50 percent of childbearing women have UI. (How often do you hear moms joke about leaking?) While it can often be resolved with time and specific exercises, there […]
Postpartum
Postpartum Freezer Meals
If I could offer one nutrition tip to moms near the end of their pregnancy, it would be to stock up on postpartum freezer meals. Once the new baby arrives, you’ll be busy keeping your little one fed (and happy). But don’t forget about yourself! Odds are you won’t be up for cooking much of […]
Top 3 C-Section Recovery Exercises for Early Postpartum
Recovering from a c-section can leave you eager to get moving again, but unsure where to start. As a fellow mom who has had two cesareans, I know there are tons of questions around when it’s safe to begin c-section recovery exercises and how to do so safely.
Top 5 Exercises for Strong Glutes
You might be surprised to find that your glute muscles have a direct impact on your pelvic floor. Everything in the body is interconnected, but who would have thought glutes and pelvic floor could be so aligned? Because of the glute/pelvic floor connection, you may have noticed your backside became flatter than usual during pregnancy, […]
Introducing SLAM Barre: Postpartum Barre Classes
I am so excited to share that I am adding a new addition to the SLAM program: SLAM Barre! SLAM Barre includes 18 barre workouts and is included in your regular SLAM subscription. Great for all levels, SLAM Barre offers a total body workout that is safe for those with diastasis recti and/or prolapse. You […]
Stretching versus foam rolling….
Stretching and foam rolling exercises both tout serious health and fitness benefits. But to reap those benefits, it’s important to know which one to do and when – before or after a workout. Benefits of Stretching The primary benefit of stretching is to improve flexibility. Stretching focuses on improving range of motion, and increased flexibility […]